Temporary Seasonals - Summer 2026 (202614)

Directed by Public Works Supervisory staff, the successful applicants will perform various maintenance activities on parks, sports fields, open spaces, boulevards, cemeteries, roadways and public properties. Services provided include turf maintenance, tree maintenance, horticultural practices, road maintenance and repair, park equipment maintenance, and cemetery interment.

Accountabilities :

Maintain a general understanding of turf grass and horticultural practices as required

Proficient use of Parks and Turf maintenance equipment, including all hand tools, power tools,

May be required to operate four-wheel drive tractor and attachments, a tractor loader, pickup trucks and 1-3 tonne dump trucks and garbage collection trucks as required

Participate in public works activities following prescribed methods for maintenance of roads, bridges, culverts, trees, ditches, storm sewer systems, sidewalks, curbs, traffic control devices, parks, and trails

Perform physical labour requirements of the activities and work with minimal supervision

May act as a Traffic Control Flag Person

Provide quality customer service to residents, outside agencies and other Departments within the Town of Halton Hills

Perform all work safely and conscientiously, concerning regulations outlined in the Occupational Health & Safety Act

Encourage a safe working environment for all staff by following the prescribed procedures and wearing the necessary Personal Protective Equipment

Perform work activities primarily outdoors and in all weather conditions

Direct others using a positive attitude while working under stressful conditions (when applicable)

Maintain a dependable attendance record throughout the seasonal timeframe

Qualifications :

Secondary school diploma or equivalent education and experience

Good communication skills, including written and verbal

Knowledge of Halton Hills’ park and cemetery locations and road network is preferred and considered an asset

A valid Ontario Class ‘G’ license is a minimum requirement for the position; a Class D license with ‘Z’ brake endorsement is preferred

Experience in municipal park and / or cemetery maintenance or road maintenance

Specialized courses in horticulture and / or parks maintenance and construction (preferred)

Hours of Work :

Monday to Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 00 p.m.; must be prepared for shift work (6 : 30 a.m. – 3 : 00 p.m. and / or 2 : 30 p.m. – 11 : 00 p.m.), including weekends. Standby requirements and overtime work may be required. Positions will work 40 hours per week with a commitment to providing our community and teams with exceptional customer service.

Compensation :

The current compensation rate for this temporary seasonal contract position is $25.67 per hour as specified in the Collective Agreement between the Town of Halton Hills and C.U.P.E. Local 73. The contract will run from approximately April 2026 until October 2026.

Position Details :

This posting is for existing vacancies that will be available temporarily.